Job Summary:
Provides animal care services for a rodent vivarium whose focus is animal welfare.
Responsibilities:
Feeds animals and maintains animal quarters, records, and supplies to ensure compliance with animal care regulations and in support of research and instruction.
- 10% Inventories, cleans, and maintains organization of animal holding spaces and supplies
- 15% Assists with preparing food and formulas and feeds animals according to established schedules and specifications
- 5% Inspects and reports equipment problems to ensure optimal and safe operation
- 10% Maintains organization of and updates records related to research procedures
- 60% Observes animal behavior, performs basic animal care, and reports concerns to the appropriate entities to contribute to the health and well-being of animals to support research and teaching
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Education:
Preferred
H.S. Diploma
Qualifications:
Rodent vivatium experience preferred
Work Schedule:
Daily TBD, most likely will have afternoons, will work some weekends
Work Type:
Full or Part Time: 60% – 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $18.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
Additional Information:
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply Now”. You will be required to upload a cover letter, resume, and a document listing the contact information for three professional references. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Bill Omdahl at wmomdahl@wisc.edu.
Contact:
Scott Anderson
swanderson@nutrisci.wisc.edu
608-262-2728
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Animal Care Technician I(AN008)
Department(s):
A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES
Employment Class:
University Staff-Ongoing
Job Number:
277059-CP
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Applications Open: Apr 5 2023 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Apr 28 2023 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time